Dr. Melanie Santos, a urogynecologist specializing in pelvic floor disorders and reconstruction, delves into the often-overlooked issues surrounding pelvic organ prolapse, bacterial vaginosis, and yeast infections. Dr. Santos shares insights on the importance of addressing these conditions and the stigma that often prevents women from discussing them. The conversation also highlights innovative solutions like the Cern device that uses visible light therapy to treat vaginal infections without the need for antibiotics or antifungals.

Timestamps:

(00:34) Vaginitis is the number one reason premenopausal women seek medical care and one of the most common reasons for ER visits.

(05:41) Dr. Santos explains that pelvic floor issues can occur later in life due to hormonal changes, weakening muscles, and other medical conditions that develop with age.

(13:34) Over 21 million women in the US have bacterial vaginosis, but only about 15-16% are aware they have it.

(23:05) The Cern device uses safe visible light therapy to treat vaginitis without antibiotics or antifungals, avoiding side effects and not harming good bacteria.

(34:51) Dr. Santos emphasizes the growing importance of virtual healthcare platforms to expand access to women's health services, especially in underserved areas.

Host Bio:

This podcast is hosted by Sheree Dibiase, PT ICLM. She is a nationally recognized women's health physical therapist who owns seven private clinics — one of the biggest networks in the US. She has spent 30+ years practicing in the oncology, pelvic floor, and prenatal postpartum healthcare spaces. She was also a professor for seven years at Loma Linda University where she taught kinesiology.

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https://lakecitypt.com/ - Women's health physical therapy.

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Keywords:

urogynecology, pelvic floor disorders, bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, Cern device, vaginal atrophy, telehealth, women's health, pelvic organ prolapse, recurrent vaginitis, maternal health deserts, virtual healthcare platforms